Rooted in the Orange County community of Huntington Beach, California, founding band members Jared Watson and guitarist / vocalist Dustin Bushnell met in 1996 while in high school, embarking on a friendship based on music, as well as their shared passion for surfing, skating and the endless party of the laid-back SoCal lifestyle.
Early on, they spent many late nights jamming in Bushnell’s soundproof garage with a four-track recorder, writing unique acoustic hip-hop songs that featured reggae inflections. Inspired by the rock and reggae sounds of Bob Marley, Sublime, 311 and The Beastie Boys, the band’s music evolved into their distinct Dirty Heads style.
To complete the Dirty Heads’ sound, the duo added percussionist Jon Olazabal and drummer Matt Ochoa, both talented, experienced musicians. With a set of solid material, the Dirty Heads were further motivated to take their craft to the next level, and they began building a loyal fan base throughout the west coast, while performing acoustically at local bars and small music venues. As they started playing in neighboring Los Angeles, the band found it necessary to charter party buses so their fans could make the 30-mile trek to their shows.
Connecting with sought-after producers Steve Fox and Stan Frazier (Sugar Ray / Ashlee Simpson) the band worked long hours to polish their material and further develop their style. The Dirty Heads also recruited mixing engineer Mario Caldato Jr., best known for his work with the Beastie Boys, to add the finishing touches and create just the right blend.
The band’s highly-anticipated first full-length album is entitled, Any Port in the Storm (Released on EMG through Fontana, a division of Universal Music Group Distribution - September 2008). This debut features 14 tracks that are reminiscent of the upbeat, sun-soaked Southern California party energy. The first single is the optimistic, “Stand Tall.”
Any Port in the Storm also features one of the final recordings of the late music industry icon Billy Preston. Frequently referred to as “The Fifth Beatle,” Preston played on three tracks, including “Stand Tall,” “Chelsea,” and “Driftin.’ ” Other special guests on the album are drummer Josh Freese (A Perfect Circle, Sting, The Vandals), and veteran session percussionist Alex Acuna, whose A-list musician resume includes Peter Gabriel, Johnny Clegg, and Jackson Browne, to name only a few.
Recently, the band’s music has been attracting attention throughout the world of entertainment. Their songs have been featured in the movie and soundtrack for Surf’s Up (Sony 2007); and the television drama, Shark staring James Woods (CBS 2007. Actor Matthew McConaughey selected the band’s music to be in his upcoming film, Surfer Dude. In addition, the Dirty Heads can be heard in Tony Hawk’s Downhill Jam video game (Activision 2007), and several other music compilations and surf/skate videos. On the marketing side, the Dirty Heads have also been included in campaigns for Etnies Jeans and Vestal Watches.
Dirty Heads vocalist Jared Watson sums up their fun, uncomplicated style, “We want to be positive and entertain,” he says. “We just want to make you feel good.”
And who can’t dig that?
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Smoke Rings
The Dirty Heads Lyrics
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The grass is always greener, I say fuck it burn the picket fence
Pestilence, eyes rolled back, pure masculine
Moody little bitches I'm foreseeing you some estrogen
Always keep you wet see, mermaid pussy
Ever seen the movie kids, no legs don't push me
I am making sculptures, you are using plaster
Screaming while you're dreaming, emcees need a dream catcher
You're not on my level, you might need a dub step
Walking to the death, not walking with the cleft,
Lip, sharp as an arrow tip, I'm just so sick of it
The smell is your upper lip,
And I'm jacking off a sparrow while I'm crashing a pirate ship,
Slow as molasses, quick as a whip
This beat's a filthy toilet, and I'm the fucking shit
Rollin' up some grass on the beat, huh
Nothin' on ya feet kinda sweet, huh
Nothin' one love gettin' high up as the stars at night
My feet rock steady, my heart beat savvy
My well ran dry, had no luck at the levy
I'm lyrically a genius like Fergie and Jesus
It's like a lightning bolt just hit the tip of my penis
The opposite of clean is, parallel with my style
One sip away from runnin' round with my pants down
Apparently I'm underground, sound breaking barriers
Everybody take up a danger area
I got a feelin' this beat's been to hell and back
You can see the hole stickin' straight through my radar cap
Smoke rings billow out the window of my Cadillac
This beat's the weed, and I'm the fucking cataract
Rollin' up some grass on this beat, huh
Landin' on ya feet kinda sweet, huh
Nothin' one love gettin' high up as the stars at night
Nothin' one love gettin' high up as the stars at night
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Rollin' up some grass on this beat, huh
Landin' on ya feet kinda sweet, huh
Nothin' one love gettin' high up as the stars at night
Nothin' one love gettin' high up as the stars at night
The song "Smoke Rings" by The Dirty Heads feat. Del the Funky Homosapien is a rap song that talks about smoking and getting high. The lyrics reflect a sense of disgust with mundane life, and the urge to escape it through marijuana. The line, "The grass is always greener, I say f*** it burn the picket fence" suggests that the grass that people always talk about is referring to the potent THC-filled marijuana. The artist goes on to say they’re sick of dealing with the opposite sex's mood swings and uses sexist language to suggest women are "moody little bitches." Then, they make reference to their penis being struck by lightning to express how they're a lyrical genius.
The line "She always keeps you wet see, mermaid pussy," might be seen as an attempt to degrade women. However, given the context of the song, it's apparent that the artist is referring to how marijuana keeps one's mouth moist. The song also talks about the things one can do while high, such as making sculptures or jacking off a sparrow while crashing a pirate ship. The lyrical themes of the song reflect the Dirty Heads' love of marijuana and the freedom that it brings.
Line by Line Meaning
This is ridiculous, I have a sickness
I am struggling with something that seems absurd or unreasonable
The grass is always greener, I say fuck it burn the picket fence
Life always seems better elsewhere, but I refuse to conform to society's expectations
Pestilence, eyes rolled back, pure masculine
I am strong and confident in my masculinity, despite any negative opinions or circumstances
Moody little bitches I'm foreseeing you some estrogen
I predict that those who are overly emotional or dramatic may benefit from more feminine qualities
Always keep you wet see, mermaid pussy
I am bragging about my sexual prowess and ability to keep my partner satisfied
Ever seen the movie kids, no legs don't push me
I am referencing a controversial film and warning others not to mess with me
I am making sculptures, you are using plaster
I am creating art and pushing boundaries, while others are merely copying or playing it safe
Screaming while you're dreaming, emcees need a dream catcher
I suggest that artists need a way to filter their dreams and ideas in order to achieve their goals
You're not in my mind, you can't get the concept
If you don't understand my vision or ideas, you'll never truly know me
You're not on my level, you might need a dub step
My skills and abilities far exceed those of others, who may need to resort to electronic music to keep up with me
Walking to the death, not walking with the cleft, Lip, sharp as an arrow tip, I'm just so sick of it
I am unwilling to compromise my beliefs or values, and am tired of those who try to bring me down
The smell is your upper lip, And I'm jacking off a sparrow while I'm crashing a pirate ship, Slow as molasses, quick as a whip
I am mocking others for their arrogance and incompetence, while describing my own quick and skillful actions
This beat's a filthy toilet, and I'm the fucking shit
I am confident in my ability to take a dirty or unpleasant situation and turn it into something great
My feet rock steady, my heart beat savvy, My well ran dry, had no luck at the levy
I am stable and confident physically and emotionally, despite facing challenges and setbacks
I'm lyrically a genius like Fergie and Jesus, It's like a lightning bolt just hit the tip of my penis
I am highly skilled and artistic, almost divinely inspired, with a strong sexual prowess
The opposite of clean is, parallel with my style, One sip away from runnin' round with my pants down
I am unconventional, pushing boundaries and not afraid of taking risks, even if they are seemingly unwise
Apparently I'm underground, sound breaking barriers, Everybody take up a danger area
I am a trailblazer, pushing boundaries and changing the game, and encouraging others to follow my lead
I got a feelin' this beat's been to hell and back, You can see the hole stickin' straight through my radar cap
This beat has been through a lot, and is still strong and powerful, just like me
Smoke rings billow out the window of my Cadillac, This beat's the weed, and I'm the fucking cataract
I am enjoying the moment and living life to the fullest, and this beat is just as addictive and powerful as me
Rollin' up some grass on this beat, huh, Landin' on ya feet kinda sweet, huh, Nothin' one love gettin' high up as the stars at night
I am enjoying the moment, smoking and feeling carefree, surrounded by love and high as the stars above
Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: DAVID FORAL, DELHEART MCGREGOR, DUSTIN BUSHNELL, JARED WATSON, JON OLAZABAL, MARIO CALDATO, MATT OCHOA
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@seanscanlan4821
Man, I love it, Dirty Heads and Deltron? Doesn't get much better than this...
@TheBallinCollin96
Hearing Del collab with The Dirty Heads and Figure... Both totally different, but both totally awesome while stoned. lol
@GuyWithoutEyes
Why are these people not more famous they have alot of good songs
@pablorodriguez2755
GuyWithoutEyes shhhh keep them for us!
@roxieutah
GuyWithoutEyes they are now :(
@asking79x
For real! They’re like the modern day Beastie Boys. I mean that in a good way not like they’re a knockoff, they’re definitely doing it differently. That’s just the best comparison I can think of. I love the Beasties, Sublime and Dirty Heads and they’re all game changing bands. They all were into hip-hop, reggae, punk and all music. They don’t put any limitations on what they do and what they’re inspired by. They just do what they feel and it comes with a lot of soul. And they’re followed from concert to concert like the Grateful Dead. Dirty Heads fans are the best!
@johnswanson9501
Truth
@louieshank
dirty heads and del. two of my favorites together. thumbs up if you think theyre a perfect combo
@leelynscovers5538
bombinonem Rome and dirty heads are a better combo
@miithew
Seeing my favorite band collaborating with my favorite rapper is just amazing.